Munich City Centre Travel Guide
Munich
Visit Munich City Centre
Popular places to visit
Marienplatz
Use this central square as a base for sightseeing, or as a vantage point to watch the crowds and take in Munich’s famous carillon.
Theresienwiese
Enjoy a stop at Theresienwiese, an entertaining place to visit in Munich. Discover the area's lively breweries and its acclaimed art galleries.
Viktualienmarkt
Gather all the ingredients for a perfect picnic or simply wander around at this lively market that stocks foods both exotic and local.
Hofbräuhaus
The world’s most famous beer hall is not just a destination for beer aficionados. Visitors can also sample traditional Bavarian music, dancing and cuisine.
Beer and Oktoberfest Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Beer and Oktoberfest Museum in Munich. Discover the area's lively breweries and its fascinating museums.
Karlsplatz - Stachus
Stroll around this pedestrianized square at the gateway to Munich’s old town and check out Gothic architecture and a lively shopping district.
Things to do
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Neuschwanstein Castle Day Trip from Munich
Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Tour with Train from Munich
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Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Full-Day Premium Tour incl. Castle Tickets
Big Bus Munich Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Top hotels in Munich City Centre
Platzl Hotel
Great location
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Maritim Hotel München
Fir
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski München
Room was very nice, although it felt like the living area and/or bedroom could have benefited from a little more storage. Bathroom was really hot but nicely appointed. Breakfast is outstanding as long as you get there early enough to avoid sitting in one of the back rooms. Servers don’t make it back ...
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Eden Hotel Wolff
Staff was accommodating and friendly; room was spacious; breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Munich Inn Design Hotel
Clean room. Great price. Nice staff. Close to central train station and walking distance from the city.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Drei Löwen Hotel
Great staff and and location.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Munich City Centre
Altstadt-Lehel
Marienplatz and Rathaus-Glockenspiel are top sights in Altstadt-Lehel, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Lenbachplatz Tram Stop or Karlsplatz (Stachus) Station to see more sights in the area.
Hackenviertel
Shopping, coffee shops and historical sites are some highlights of Hackenviertel. Make a stop by Asamkirche or Damenstiftskirche while you're exploring.
Kreuzviertel
Noted for its breweries and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Kreuzviertel. Top attractions like Marienplatz and Karlsplatz - Stachus are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lenbachplatz Tram Stop or Karlsplatz (Stachus) Station to see more of the city.
Angerviertel
Cafes and shopping are highlights of Angerviertel. Make a stop by Marienplatz or Viktualienmarkt while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Reichenbachplatz Station to get around town.
Graggenau
Noted for its museums and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Graggenau. Top attractions like Marienplatz and National Theater are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Nationaltheater Tram Stop or Kammerspiele Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Ludwigsvorstadt-Kliniken
Travellers love Ludwigsvorstadt-Kliniken for its fantastic nightlife, and you can see more of Munich by jumping on the metro at Sendlinger Gate U-Bahn or Munich Central Station Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like German Theater and Landwehrstrasse.
